Early magnesium discontinuation postpartum and eclampsia risk: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Introduction: The optimal duration of magnesium administration postpartum for prevention of eclampsia has not yet been established. Our objective was to investigate the effect of early discontinuation of postpartum magnesium on the rates of postpartum eclampsia compared to continuation for 24-hours postpartum.

Material And Methods: Searches were performed using keywords related to "preeclampsia" and "magnesium sulfate" from inception of database until August 2023.

Fostering Student-Faculty Partnerships for Continuous Curricular Improvement in Undergraduate Medical Education.

Problem: A number of medical schools have used curricular reform as an opportunity to formalize student involvement in medical education, but there are few published assessments of these programs. Formal evaluation of a program's acceptability and use is essential for determining its potential for sustainability and generalizability.

Approach: Harvard Medical School's Education Representatives (Ed Reps) program was created in 2015 to launch alongside a new curriculum.

Teaching & Learning Tips 7: small-group discussion.

Challenge: The success of a small-group discussion depends in large part on the effectiveness of the facilitator or small-group tutor. How can a facilitator successfully manage diverse views and knowledge bases of participants while also contributing as a member of the group? Herein, we provide tips for managing small-group discussions that can be applied widely in dermatology didactics.

Teaching & Learning Tips 4: Motivation and emotion in learning.

Challenge: Trainees' motivational and emotional states can influence their learning and career decisions, but historically these "affective" learning factors have received little attention in medical education. In this "Tips" piece, we outline strategies to positively influence trainees' intrinsic motivation and emotion toward their training to ultimately enhance their overall learning experience.